Ok so let's go through the cheapest options for new equipment that you'd be willing to use for training.
While we all dream of buying that custom built rig, or finding a solid piece of used commercial or vintage equipment to outfit your gym, many times we just want to buy something that's usable...

This is a collaborative effort from the equipment forum members. The 2008 edition has a lot of broken links and rather than keep that one going we decided to start a new one. First let’s have a few definitions to clear up some confusion.
Squat Stands: These are probably the most useless...

I don't think a thread like this exists for the barbell, so I wanted to start one. The Olympic barbell is one of the most important purchases one can make for their home gym. A barbell is the interface to the weight and although they may all look similar to an untrained eye, there are actually a...

So you are new and dumb enough to believe the Bowflex commercials, before you get flamed and negged into the red, use the damn search function to get the answer to "dude, should I be ignorant and think about getting a bowflex"
OK, now if you post another thread, you get what is coming to...

The topics “Do I need a belt” and “What belt should I buy” are such a frequent occurrence that it has warranted a detailed posting on the topic.
Before using a belt, learn to breathe
Many people, unaware of detailed anatomical and physiological processes, breathe incorrectly when exercising....

Just as in every year past, this time of year sees an uptick of spammers, scammers, crooks, charlatans, ganefs, and knuckleheads bent on using this forum to shill their junk.
One more time; don't quote or reply to such threads/posts; doing so only creates more work to clear them out. Simply...

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THIS IS NOT THE PLACE TO POST STUFF YOU HAVE FOR SALE!!!
I'm seeing a lot of people and (some not noobs!) posting items they have for sale in this section. That is not what it is for and is against board rules. There is a craigslist sticky for posting great deals you see but if it isn't a...

i'll be ordering some dumbbells here in the next few weeks (hopefully) and was wondering which you would recommend for me based on my particular situation.
A little about me:
-27yo female. I'm not very strong and my weight generally fluctuates between 110-120lbs. Anything past maybe a 70-75lb...

Haven't seen a proper Rep Fitness thread, so figured we could make one.
I received the PowerSpeed bar in Manganese Phosphate earlier today as well as the 275lb set of equalizers. Impressed with both. The new power bar is DEFINITELY more aggressive than the first iteration.
I really like the...

I seriously doubt anyone has used all three of these functional trainers, but thoughts based on specs? I'm seriously considering going with the Rep FT-5000. Reviews are pretty good and the price is appealing. I know quality control is a concern, but I've had good experiences with Rep recently and...

I am looking to purchase a good trap hex bar. It seems some companies refer to it as a hex bar and some as a trap bar but they seem to be the same.
Any recommendations on which companies are best to buy from for this bar.

Cost No Object List, Version 1.8:
This thread is not meant to be a free weights vs machines thread, and I think we got that out of the way early in the thread. This thread is simply about discussing all the choices of various free weights and machine choices on the market that people feel...

With the arrival of my new rack, I wanted to start up a thread on Legend Fitness equipment, to talk about and share picture of our equipment. If this proves to be sufficiently popular, we'll start a Legend Fitness club.
Above is the picture of my new rack, a Fat Bar Power Station, # 3171. I...

Four years ago their adjustable bench looked like this.
https://www.rogersathletic.com/img/OldBlogImages/pendulum_utility_bench.jpg
Two and half years ago it looked like this.It was listed at 148 lbs, 17" height, 11 1/2" wide pad, 7 ga and $850 before shipping. They may or may not have raised...

I've gone through a ton of adjustable benches (multiple models of Rogue, Rep, Ironmaster, Hoist, CAP, Legend). Each one had some good features, but also things I didn't like.
Well, it appears I can finally stop buying benches. The Prime adjustable bench fits all of my needs perfectly (for now,...

Hi there I want to start my own business and turn my garage into a studio to get clients for personal training.
Where can I buy cheap quality dumbbells. I want a full set from 2kg-60kg, it can go up in 2 or 2.5kg increments.
Thanks

Good Morning Gentle and Not so Gentle Folks,
I need help and I am looking to move relatively fast. I have done some research in the threads, but still wanted to make my own post. I am looking to build a home gym. My first purchase is the rack and floor mats. I was mentally, emotional and...

EDIT: Meant to post in equipment forum. Could someone please move. Thanks.
I've been using adjustable dumbbells for almost a year now in my home gym and thought I'd share some tips.
Feel free to add anything.
I bought them because they were easy-to-find, cheap, easily micro-loaded and...

So if we ever live in a world where items like this are available again, I'm thinking I'd like a pair of Power Blocks.
I was set on the Core Fitness/various other exact same item with different branding, I'd much prefer them from a functionality and even aesthetic standpoint, but there are mixed...

Ever since the great COVID gym equipment sell off of 2020 I have found myself with extra space in my garage where I should be able to squeeze a functional trainer in and was wondering what the state of functional trainers looks like these days. I hear lots of good things about the Inspire FT1,...

Hi everyone,
I'm trying to plan for UHMW strips for various attachments I'm about to order for my Elite FTS R3 Rack coming in. I'm thinking of ordering the McMaster-Carr Impact Resistant UHMW Adhesive Back Strips to line the inner surfaces of various attachments to avoid scratching the paint off...

Im looking for a leg press and am interested in the Powertec PTPLP19.
My main legwork will be squats but i want an alternative and my lower back on days is not the greatest.
This unit fits my space as i am limited so this rules out commercial units as they a lot larger.
Im based in the UK and...

I made a thread a month ago asking for home gym tips and I'm about ready to purchase equipment in the next 1-2 weeks but glancing around it seems like a lot of things are still out of stock. Just curious if anyone has any idea when things will generally be available again. Thanks for any thoughts.

Hey guys and gals
After about 1.5 years of using my Rogue Chan 2.0 bar, I’m finding that the grip isn’t quite enough for my deadlifts. It works, but I think I want something more aggressive. Of course, not having a lot of experience, I don’t know for certain what I’ll like best, but once I got...

Hey all, longtime lurker here, first time poster, but would love to get your views.
Have a basic dilemma, choosing between racks. The story: I bought a squat rack, but it arrived without the uprights (of all things). I'm not sure the retailer I purchased from will be able to source the correct...

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